- Does the Tapo C500 need a subscription?
- No. It records to a microSD card and sends basic motion alerts without a plan. Tapo Care adds cloud storage and richer detection.
- Can it run on battery?
- No. It plugs into a power outlet, so you need an outdoor socket or an extension cable.
- What resolution does it record?
- It records 1080p video. That is enough to see people and vehicles but less sharp than 2K or 4K cameras.
- Does it work with Alexa and Google Assistant?
- Yes. You can pull up the live feed on Echo Show and Google smart displays.
- Can it be mounted on a wall or ceiling?
- Yes. It mounts upright or upside down, and the app flips the image for ceiling installs.
- How much area can it cover?
- It pans 360 degrees and tilts vertically, so one camera can sweep a full yard or driveway.
- Where is the TP-Link Tapo C500 Outdoor Security Camera cheapest?
- At eBay, for $34.00, 33% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the TP-Link Tapo C500 Outdoor Security Camera?
- 6 stores we checked sell it, including eBay, Newegg, nidam.com, Zaytoun Solutions, GCS Computers Pro.